5 Dunbartonshire Cottages

With 5 Holiday Cottages to compare in Dunbartonshire you have plenty of options for self catering holiday accommodation in Dunbartonshire. If you know the town or area within Dunbartonshire where you want to base your holiday then you can use the menu on the right to filter the results. Cottages come in all shapes and sizes so whether you are a couple seeking a romantic break in Dunbartonshire or a group of 15+ you will find a property that will fit your needs.

Balmaha (By Drymen) sleeps a maximum of 5 people. On the quieter eastern shore of Loch Lomond, and inside the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, this semidetached cottage enjoys stunning views across the loch. Built as a croft 200 years ago, the cottage has been in the same family ever since. The owners have lovingly restored the house which has a relaxed, informal atmosphere. The rooms are comfortable and traditional, in keeping with the original character and the sitting room remains the heart of the house with its open fire and antique furniture. A lovely feature is the large partly rediscovered private garden where guests can enjoy barbecues during the summer and wonderful views in this truly scenic spot. Loch Lomond, 'The Queen of Scottish Lochs', is 23 miles long and the best way to discover her charms is to take a pleasure cruise. There are opportunities to hire boats for sailing or fishing and for walking, the 'West Highland Way' follows part of the shore. There is a pub/hotel in the village, a visitor centre and a shop (open summer only). Additional shops in Drymen, 4 miles, where the hotel holds regular Sunday ceilidhs. 1 double bedroom (ground floor), steep stairs lead to the twin bedroom which has wonderful views and an additional comfortable pull-out single bed, sitting room, dining room, compact kitchen with view to the loch, bathroom with electric there is a shower installed over the bath. All electric with central heating plus open fire. Fridge, auto washing machine, small television with DVD. Bed linen and towels are provided.

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Crosskeys Cottage (Helensburgh) sleeps a maximum of 4 people. Crosskeys Cottage is a traditional Scottish detached cottage situated on the west side of Loch Lomond, only 2 miles from the Loch itself. This renovated cottage has wonderful thick stone walls which are testament to its long history. Tasteful fixtures and decoration give the cottage a fresh and modern ambience. The Cottage has its own grassy garden area, with outdoor seating, BBQ and a view south towards the Kilpatrick Hills. The property is ideal for a couple and with its fantastic central position; Crosskeys Cottage makes a great location to explore the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. There is a cycle way running past the cottage which can take you to Loch Lomond or Helensburgh, both only 2 miles away. From Crosskeys you can explore Glen Fruin quieter back roads. There are numerous forestry marked pathways within the surrounding forest and you may hear and see the wild peacocks. The National Park has fantastic mountains to climb from Munro's to Corbett's - Ben Lomond, Ben Venue and Ben Ledi to the east or north to the Arrochar Alps and Ben Arthur (better known as "The Cobbler"). There is also an abundance of wildlife with Osprey, red squirrel, deer and pine martens, so don't forget your binoculars! There are numerous golf courses in the area and on Loch Lomond side. A variety of boat excursions can be taken on the loch or you can hire a boat/kayak to go fishing and explore. The small picture postcard village of Luss sits on the banks of Loch Lomond is well worth a visit. Balloch at the end of the loch is the home to the National Park Gateway Centre, Loch Lomond Shores and a new sea life centre. From here you can head east further into the Trossachs. Helensburgh lies to the west, on the banks of the Firth of Clyde and provides all the essential amenities and leisure facilities, with a great railway link to Glasgow in the south, or north to Oban and Fort William. Helensburgh is also home to "The Hill House" designed by Charles Rennie MacKintosh, a must to visit for all architectural enthusiasts. Crosskeys Cottage is an ideal central location to base yourself to explore the surrounding countryside, placing you in the heart of the National Park and also giving easy access to travel to explore this beautiful region of Central Scotland.Property is all at ground floor level, heated by electric.

Price: £ 250 - £380

Dougrie Holiday Let (Gartocharn) sleeps a maximum of 6 people. Dougrie Holiday Let is a lovely first floor apartment with accommodation for six people. The property is located in the small village of Gartocharn, only a few miles from Loch Lomond and within the heart of the National Park. The interior is bright, modern and tastefully co-ordinated. The lounge has a large picture window making the room wonderful and light, as well as providing a lovely view over farmland. It also has a quirky fun bar, featuring two whisky barrels and optics for your holiday drinks! All the rooms have high coombed ceilings with velux windows. The kitchen is fully fitted and well equipped. Both shower rooms are fully tiled and have power showers. Each bedroom has a built-in wardrobe space, dressing tables and hairdryers. Dougrie is ideal for a family holiday and with its fantastic central location makes a great base to explore the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. From Gartocharn itself you can walk down into Aber shore and into the local Nature Reserve. Local fishing is available on the River Endrick. There is a small local hill called Duncryne, which is locally better known as the Dumpling due to its resemblance to a Scottish pudding called a Cloutie Dumpling. It is well worth a walk up and on a clear day provides a wonderful view out over Loch Lomond. The village also has a great community hall where you may find some local events held. There is a small village shop, petrol station and restaurant. Ross Priory gardens are open to the public at certain times of the year. Horse riding is available locally and there is a great cycle-way which runs along the banks of Loch Lomond, as well as numerous marked pathways within the surrounding forests. The National Park has fantastic mountains to climb from Munro's to Corbett's Ben Lomond, Ben Venue and Ben Ledi to the east or north to the Arrochar Alps and Ben Arthur (better known as The Cobbler). There is an abundance of wildlife within the area, osprey, red squirrel, deer and pine martens may be seen. There are golf courses in the area and on Loch Lomond side. A variety of boat excursions can be taken on the loch or you can hire a boat/kayak to explore yourself or for fishing Balloch lies on the south shore of Loch Lomond and is the home to the National Park Gateway Centre, Loch Lomond Shores retail outlets and a Sealife Centre. It provides all the essential amenities and leisure facilities, with a great railway link to Glasgow. Drymen (to the west) offers some lovely local pubs/eateries and there is a sports club in one of the local hotels. Good road links mean you can easily travel further afield: West to Helensburgh which lies on the Firth of Clyde, home to The Hill House designed by Charles Rennie Macintosh; or East to Stirling and all its historic attractions. The property has oil central heating.

Price: £ 295 - £540

Mid Lodge (Cardross) sleeps a maximum of 4 people. Mid Lodge is a lovely single storey semi detached cottage sitting within 50 acres of farmland on the promontory of Ardmore. This stunning setting is quiet and peaceful with access to the coastline within 200 yards. The Ardmore peninsula sits right on the Firth of Clyde; to the north is Helensburgh and to the south is Cardross. Mid Lodge is ideal for a family looking for a countryside location but still within easy access to additional amenities. The lounge has double aspect windows providing a stunning view across open fields and a glimpse through the trees towards Helensburgh and the hills beyond. A door leads to a private grassy garden, with decking, outdoor seating and BBQ. The lounge boasts a state of the art home cinema system and the well equipped kitchen is spacious with a large central dining table. Private use of a full sized tennis court is located behind the property and grazing is available for horses if required. The local bay can provide some good windsurfing conditions. This property makes a great location to explore the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. From Helensburgh there is a cycle route all the way to Loch Lomond and there are numerous marked pathways within the surrounding area and coastline. The National Park has fantastic mountains to climb from Munro's to Corbett's - Ben Lomond, Ben Venue and Ben Ledi to the east or north to the Arrochar Alps and Ben Arthur (better known as "The Cobbler"). There is also an abundance of wild life with deer, red foxes and birds to spot. There are numerous golf courses in the area and a variety of boat excursions or sea kayaking is available. Geilston Gardens (NTS) is only a short drive away. Helensburgh sits on the banks of the Firth of Clyde and provides many amenities and leisure facilities only 4 miles north and offers an excellent railway link to Glasgow in the south or Oban and Fort William to the north. Helensburgh is also home to "The Hill House" designed by Charles Rennie MacKintosh, a must to visit for all architectural lovers. Helensburgh is also the birthplace of John Logie Baird (the inventor of the television). Mid Lodge provides an ideal location to relax and an excellent base to explore the surrounding countryside.Property is all on ground floor level is heated by gas.

Price: £ 310 - £595

The Coachouse (Helensburgh) sleeps a maximum of 4 people. The Coachouse is a beautifully appointed 4 star detached property situated in the popular coastal town of Helensburgh. The property dates back to 1860 when it was originally a coach house and is located on the street named after Helensburgh's first Provost Henry Bell back in the 19th Century. The interior has been stylishly co-ordinated with cosy lounge and well equipped kitchen. The bathroom has a fantastic roll top bath with shower. Upstairs the bedrooms are light and airy with the original beams on the coombed ceiling. Each bedroom has its own TV with freeview. The private enclosed garden is accessed from the kitchen back door, passing through a shared lane. The town centre is only a five minute stroll and the sea front is only 100 metres away providing lovely views of the Clyde estuary. Helensburgh lies on the banks of the Firth of Clyde and provides all the essential amenities with a great selection of shops, eateries and leisure facilities. There is also a railway link to Glasgow in the south, or north to Oban/Fort William. Helensburgh is home to The Hill House designed by Charles Rennie MacKintosh, a must to visit for all architectural lovers and the town is also the birthplace of John Logie Baird (the inventor of the television). This property makes a great location to explore the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park four miles away. From Helensburgh there is a cycle-way running all the way to Loch Lomond. There are numerous marked pathways within the surrounding area and coastline. The National Park has fantastic mountains to climb from Munro's to Corbett's Ben Lomond, Ben Venue and Ben Ledi to the east or north to the Arrochar Alps and Ben Arthur (better known as The Cobbler). There are numerous golf courses in the area and on Loch Lomond side. A variety of boat excursions can be taken in the area, or try a spot of sea kayaking. Fishing is available along the sea front. Geilston Gardens (NTS) is only a short drive away. The Coachouse is an ideal town location and provides easily access to travel further afield to explore the surrounding countryside. The property has gas central heating.

Price: £ 280 - £475